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The Reese's brand, a part of Hershey, has launched its first-ever Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Available in both dark and milk chocolate, these cups are certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Rainforest Alliance Certified. Each 1.4 oz pack is priced at $1.99 and will hit shelves nationwide starting February 2021. This marks a significant step for the brand, aiming to cater to organic consumers while maintaining the iconic Reese's flavor. Additionally, Hershey is introducing other organic options, including milk chocolate bars.

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HERSHEY, Pa., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With its perfect combination of peanut butter and chocolate, the Reese's brand can do anything. Today, for the first time ever, the Reese's brand is introducing Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups available in dark and milk chocolate. Yup, you heard it here first. 100% Reese's chocolate and peanut butter, now organic. Who wants one?

The Reese's brand is quite literally finding ways for everyone to enjoy that same sought-after taste only achieved with a true and unmatched Reese's chocolate and peanut butter combination. From Big Cups with Pretzels, THiNS, Zero Sugar, Reese's Crunchers, Dark, Mini Cups, Dark PB Cups, Mini Cups, Crispy Crunchy Bar, Nutrageous Bar, Outrageous Bar… the brand is officially inviting organic eaters to join the party. NOW introducing, Organic Reese's cups. Available nationwide, each of the new Organic Reese's cups is filled with Reese's chocolate and peanut butter goodness that leave tastebuds screaming for more. You have been officially gifted Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Use them wisely.    

"We're continuing to expand our product line so there is a Reese's cup for nearly everyone," said Eric Newton, Brand Manager Reese's Organic. "When consumers go down the candy aisle or shop online, we want everyone to have an option to choose from, and we aren't settling until everyone can enjoy a Reese's product."  

This is one giant step for both organic eaters and Reese's lovers, as the Reese's brand becomes the first mass chocolate brand to offer an organic option.

New Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups in dark and milk chocolate will be available nationwide beginning February 2021 in a 1.4 oz pack (SRP: $1.99). Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Rainforest Alliance Certified.

Also available in a new organic offering for our fellow chocolate-lovers is Organic Hershey's milk chocolate and special dark chocolate bars in a 1.55 oz pack (SRP: $1.99) also coming to shelves this month.

To learn more about Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, visit https://www.hersheys.com/reeses/en_us/products/reeses-organic-dark-peanut-butter-cups-1-4-oz.html.

About The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company known for bringing goodness to the world through its iconic brands, remarkable people and enduring commitment to help children succeed. Hershey has approximately 16,000 employees around the world who work every day to deliver delicious, quality products. The company has more than 80 brands around the world that drive $8 billion in annual revenues, including such iconic brand names as Hershey's, Reese'sKit Kat®, Jolly RancherIce BreakersSkinnyPop, and Pirate's Booty.

For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to operating fairly, ethically and sustainably.  Hershey founder, Milton Hershey, created the Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed.

To learn more visit www.thehersheycompany.com
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What new product did Hershey launch on February 18, 2021?

Hershey launched Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups available in dark and milk chocolate.

What are the features of Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups?

They are USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Rainforest Alliance Certified.

What is the price of the new Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups?

The suggested retail price for a 1.4 oz pack is $1.99.

When will Organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups be available nationwide?

They will be available nationwide starting February 2021.

What other organic products did Hershey introduce alongside the Reese's cups?

Hershey also launched Organic milk chocolate and special dark chocolate bars.

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